1985 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 488 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
